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August 13, 1862
Mineral Point Weekly Tribune
Mineral Point, Iowa County, Wisconsin
What is this article about?
U.S. government authorizes Maj. Gen. Sigel to raise 12 infantry regiments and 6 artillery batteries; he requests one regiment from Wisconsin, where citizens are eager to enlist under his command. (Source: Madison Journal)
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GEN. SIGEL—NEW REGIMENTS AUTHORIZED—The General Government has given Major Gen. Sigel authority to raise a division of twelve regiments of infantry, and six batteries of artillery, and that gallant General has entered upon the work of raising them. He has written to Governor Salomon, asking for one regiment from this State. One of his aids will visit Wisconsin in a short time to make arrangements for it. There are hosts of men in Wisconsin who will delight to rally under the lead of this excellent officer, and there can be but little doubt but a regiment will be speedily filled with the patriotic citizens of this State.—Madison Journal.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Military Action
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
What keywords are associated?
Sigel
Regiments
Infantry
Artillery
Wisconsin
Recruitment
Patriotism
What entities or persons were involved?
Gen. Sigel
Governor Salomon
Where did it happen?
Wisconsin
Story Details
Key Persons
Gen. Sigel
Governor Salomon
Location
Wisconsin
Story Details
The General Government authorizes Major Gen. Sigel to raise a division of twelve regiments of infantry and six batteries of artillery. Sigel requests one regiment from Wisconsin and plans to send an aide to arrange it. Many in Wisconsin are eager to serve under him.